Bhubaneswar is the capital of Odisha .It is the biggest city and the main power corridor of Odisha. The city is famous for its ancient rich heritage especially its historic monumental temples. It is popularly known as the temple city. Because many temples built from sandstone are dotted around Bindu Sagar Lake in the old city, including the 11th-century Hindu Lingaraja Temple.
At a presser Crime Branch DG Vinaytosh Mishra revealed how the EOW conducted the investigation and finally managed to unearth massive corruption in the funds that were meant for periphery development near Gandhamadhan hills in Keonjhar.
According to the data, during the financial year 2023-24, a total of 1,150 individuals succumbed to snakebites in Odisha. Among them, 1,022 affected families received ex-gratia compensation from the government.
To mark the launch, programs will be held at all 1,438 Primary Health Centers across the state, sources informed, adding that a massive awareness campaign will be conducted for the promotion of these schemes.
The Odisha government plans an infrastructure upgrade in Bhubaneswar with massive investment, including an elevated corridor from Jayadev Vihar to Nandankanan, flyovers at Kalpana and Museum Squares, an AG Square subway, and inner and outer ring roads.
Odisha's Housing & Urban Development department has amended town planning rules to boost investment and ease industrial regulations. The changes benefit MSMEs, IT/ITeS, and large-scale industries by increasing Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and reducing compliance burdens.
Since January 2025, two farmers in Odisha have died by suicide, said Agriculture Minister KV Singh Deo in Legislative Assembly, highlighting a deepening crisis linked to crop failures, debt, and mental health struggles. A recent study reveals alarming levels of depression among farmers in the State.
Odisha Govt detected at least 84,757 ineligible ration cards through e-KYC. Minister Krushna Chandra Patra stated 22,293 were cancelled, with Cuttack leading (2,554). It was followed by Nayagarh (1,618), Balasore (1,436), and Khordha (1,345).
The IMD has issued an orange alert for a severe heat wave in Western Odisha on March 15-16. Bolangir, Boudh, Sambalpur, and Jharsuguda are expected to experience extreme temperatures.
Centre approves Rs 50 crore for widening Palasuni bridge over Gangua Nala to six lanes, easing Bhubaneswar traffic. Nitin Gadkari sanctioned the project after Aparajita Sarangi's intervention.
Commissionerate Police has issued strict guidelines for a safe Holi in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. Alcohol consumption before entering water bodies is prohibited, with strict action against violators. 20 police platoons will be deployed for law and order.
KIIT founder Achyuta Samanta faces mounting allegations of land grabs and illegal constructions, yet remains silent on the issue. Instead, he targets Odisha Television Network (OTV) through a sponsored press meet, using students to defend him.
A viral photograph of VK Pandian with BJD leader at Naveen Niwas has sparked speculation about his role in the party. BJD legislator Sarada Jena defended Pandian, stressing his contributions and denying claims that he controls the party.
BJD MLAs staged a lantern protest in Odisha Assembly demanding the CM's presence amid a heated debate on 'Bande Utkala Janani'. BJP MLA Jayanarayan Mishra defended his stance, sparking opposition uproar. Congress leader Tara Bahinipati opposed Mishra's statement.
In Bhubaneswar, at least 11,806 houses were built without approval, causing significant financial loss and urban planning challenges. With hundreds of illegal constructions still unresolved, the city faces a growing crisis of unapproved apartments, violations, and enforcement struggles.
OSAA alleged that during the previous BJD government, Achyuta Samanta misused government machinery and illegally acquired GA (General Administration) land, IDCO land, and even forest land for personal and institutional purposes.
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